Travel: Nearby to Edmonton Attractions: Wetaskiwin
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Wetaskiwin is named for the Cree word for "Peace Hills", for the 1850 peace accord between the Cree and the Blackfoot. Later, the peace became more difficult to maintain, following the construction of the trans-continental railroad bringing a flood of immigrants. The town of 10,000 people is best-known to Edmontonians for dealers offering low-priced automobiles.
Annual events include Pioneer Days (end of August).
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Reynolds-Alberta Museum
P.O. Box 6360, Westaskiwin, AB. T9A 2G1, 1 km W on highway 13
(780) 361-1351
This government-owned museum includes over 100 displays covering the history of ground and air transportation and agriculture industries in Alberta. Vintage bicycles, antique cars, farm machinery and pioneer equipment are featured. The museum includes a replica of a small drive-in theatre, with metal speakers and seating from a 1950s-era automobile. The museum features Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame, with a collection of vintage aircraft (recently upgraded wth a large donation), which describe the contribution of Canadians to aviation history. Allow 2 hours. The museum is open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. June 28 until the Labor Day weekend and then from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. the rest of the year. Admission for adults is $6.50, seniors pay $5.50, youths aged 7 to 17 pay $3 and kids six and under get in free.
Reynolds Museum
5007, 50th Ave
Wetaskiwin, AB, T9A 0S3
(780) 352-6201
This museum, owned by Stan Reynolds, features aircraft, antique automobiles, fire engines, military vehicles, steam engines and trucks. Other exhibits include pioneer household appliances, musical instruments, weapons, and Indian relics. Allow 1 hour to look around. The museum is open June 1 - Aug. 31: Tues - Sat, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Sun, 1:00-5:00 pm; Sept 1 - May 31: Tues-Fri, 10:00am - 5:00 pm Sat, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Admission is $3.50, $2.50 for seniors and youth, free for children under 12.
Wetaskiwin and District Heritage Museum
50th St. & 53rd Ave.
(780) 352-0227
Inside the historical 1908 Electric Light Building, this museum focuses on local history. The Musem includes a pioneer street, an 1891 railway station, a pioneer kitchan and a schoolroom. Allow 30 minutes for your visit. From June to Aug the museum is open Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends and holidays. The rest of the year, the museum is open Tuesday to Friday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Old Courthouse
Built in 1907 as the main central Alberta courthouse. Open to the public during Pioneer Days (end of August).
Ma-Me-O Beach Provincial Park
On Pigeon Lake, 40 km W of town on hwy 13
This is a popular picnic park and spot for water
sports.
Pigeon Lake Provincial Park
Near Pigeon Lake, 48 km W of town on hwy 13
This park is popular for boating, camping, picnics, swimming, and water-skiing.
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